Whether or not it is true, I have long been of the opinion that God never intended cabbage for human consumption.  The rubbery leaves seem more suited to adorn the bottom of brogues than to be cooked up alongside more edible sustenance.  I kid, of course, but I truly never have…

Instead of playing to the tired, old, and clichéd stereotype of St. Patrick's Day being all about how much green beer one can drink, let's…

When International Coffee Day came and went at the end of September, it got me thinking about the odd coffee culture here in Ireland.  Why do I call it "odd"?  

I'm an Irish-American now living in Ireland -- I…

Hello, Wild Geese!  I just wanted to make you aware of an intriguing new recipe shared by fellow member, Maryann Tracy.  We've posted it in the special members' group called, "…

Ready for a somewhat obscure bit of celebratory news?  Did you know the Italian community in Ireland (and especially Dublin) has a long, proud history of operating some of the most established fish & chips restaurants in the country?  Yes, indeed!  In fact, the involvement of Italian immigrants in this scrumptious niche business dates all the way back to the 1880s in…

Are you interested in food ... and Irish food in particular?  Join the brand new group here on The Wild Geese, "The Irish Kitchen," and get access to great recipes submitted by other members, discussions on Irish ingredients, tips on preparation and…